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The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization with the Mother Lode Chapter serving 24 Northern California Counties. Enjoy a variety of events offered by three of the Mother Lode Chapter Groups: "Stockton" Delta-Sierra Group (DSG), "Modesto" Yokuts Group (YG), and "Sonora" Tuoloumne Group (TG) which make up the Central Gold Country. Hiking, gorge scrambling, kayaking, skiing, biking, camping, service trips and other events are lead by Sierra Club trained leaders.
Most leaders have many years of experience leading hikes and often have a great knowledge of many open space areas and parks in the Central Gold Country: Mokelumne Wilderness, Eldorado National Forest, Carson-Iceburg Wilderness, and Yosemite; and the East Bay and Coastal Bay Area. Leader styles vary greatly. Some are very fast paced with few stops; others travel at a very slow pace and stop frequently. You are required to be properly equipped and able to stay with the group so be sure to check with the leader if you have any questions about the outing. The difficulty of each trip is usually rated with a Classification that is explained in the Important Outings Information. Also, each outing participant must have the Essentials, which are also listed in Important Outings Information.
All adults are welcome, including those who are not members of Sierra Club. We generally meet at a designated local parking area and then carpool to the event site (though Sierra Club does not officially organize carpools) which can be located nearby or several hours away. We also have fun off the trail with social events such as dinners, movie nights, Christmas Parties, and potlucks.
Happy Trails!
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See all- Backpacking into the Ansel Adams Wilderness (Red Cones)Needs location
YOU MUST CONTACT THE LEADER, JEFF OLSON, BY EMAIL ([rayjeff49@gmail.com](mailto:rayjeff49@gmail.com) OR TEXT (209-661-1116) TO RESERVE A SPOT
This backpacking trip is intended for beginners or those that want to enjoy an easy trip into the wilderness. We camp at an established campground the first night in Mammoth Lakes, located on the east side of the Sierra. The next morning we hit the trail and trek 3-4 miles into the Ansel Adams Wilderness to Red Cones where we camp two nights. We do a day hike on the layover day to Red Meadows. I only take 5 backpackers on this trip as Wilderness Permits are limited. Those that have attended my Meetup posted Zoom (Backpacking – The Basics) presentation have been given advanced notice of this trip. There is currently only one spot left. - Coastal CleanUp EventNeeds location
The 2025 Coastal Cleanup is a "Trashure Hunt".
Please join us Sat, Sept. 2025 from 9am to 12pm at the Calaveras River site by University of the Pacific.
To preregister for the event please visit the website:
https://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/ccd.html#:~:text=September%2020%2C%202025,sites%20all%20across%20the%20state.
You can download waivers and print them here also. Minors must have signed waivers from their parent or guardian. Registration and waiver forms will also be available onsite, however it will save time if you download and bring the completed waiver form with you.
if you are joining us this year, here are some important reminders and information;
*Wear closed-toed shoes
*Wear a hat or visor
*Bring sunscreen
if you can, but not necessary;
*Bring your own garden gloves
* Use a refillable water bottle
* Bring a bucket and garbage picker
Disposable gloves, water, and trash bags will be available at the site. We work in teams of two or three.
Please tell a Friend! The more the merrier.Attendees should meet at 8:30 am for sign-in and instructions. Please meet at the Northwest corner of the Calaveras River and Pacific Avenue. Parking is available in the UOP Parking Lot #8 on Brookside. map: https://www.pacific.edu/sites/default/files/users/user243/stkCampusMap.pdf
If you have any questions, you may contact the site Captain, Antonia Hernandez at 209 589 4056, or dominantdolly5@yahoo.com.
Hope to see you at the 40th year Coastal Clean Up Sept. 20th. Earth Day Every Day!
